Clinical Investigation of Disease (C7165)
Clinical Investigation of Disease
Module C7165
Module details for 2026/27.
30 credits
FHEQ Level 5
Module learning outcomes
Apply your understanding of disease mechanisms to investigate, gather, analyse and interpret data from clinical case studies.
Demonstrate a critical understanding of disease pathology and clinical interpretation of cases from the areas of blood science, clinical biochemistry, virology and microbiology
Explain normal haematopoiesis and show in-depth knowledge of haematological conditions such as anaemias, bleeding and coagulation disorders
Apply knowledge of professional standards of practice including patient safety, quality control, delivery of high-quality care, data protection and collaborative team work and communication skills
| Type | Timing | Weighting |
|---|---|---|
| Unseen Examination | Semester 2 Assessment | 50.00% |
| Coursework | 50.00% | |
| Coursework components. Weighted as shown below. | ||
| Essay | T2 Week 9 | 40.00% |
| Media | T2 Week 4 | 40.00% |
| Portfolio | T2 Week 11 | 20.00% |
Timing
Submission deadlines may vary for different types of assignment/groups of students.
Weighting
Coursework components (if listed) total 100% of the overall coursework weighting value.
| Term | Method | Duration | Week pattern |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spring Semester | Lecture | 1 hour | 44400444440 |
| Spring Semester | Workshop | 2 hours | 00100001010 |
| Spring Semester | Practical | 3 hours | 01000010100 |
| Spring Semester | Post Lab | 1 hour | 00000010010 |
| Spring Semester | Seminar | 7 hours | 00010000000 |
| Spring Semester | Lecture | 2 hours | 00022000000 |
| Spring Semester | Practical | 2 hours | 00011000000 |
How to read the week pattern
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